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Red Wings recall Joakim Andersson to save their season, and launch them into the playoffs

DETROIT, MICH -- The Red Wings have recalled Joakim Andersson from Grand Rapids in hopes that he will launch them into NHL Playoff glory:

UPDATE: The #RedWings have recalled center Joakim Andersson from the @griffinshockey - https://t.co/8h0kuyG9fH pic.twitter.com/EIxa93AM5N

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I don't get it. If Justin Abdelkader is unable to play tomorrow, then you would think that Anthony Mantha would draw into the lineup. I'll say this much, if the Red Wings play Andersson over Mantha, there are going to be a whole lot of questions in regards to their motives and strategy.